Teacher - Education Support

Department of Education; Boulder; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Country Teaching Program Allowance

District Allowance

Employer contributions to superannuity

Vacation leave (12 weeks)”

Other leave including sick and carers’

Travel Concessions

Subsidised accommodation

Free relocation

Job summary

Department of Education in Western Australia seeks a passionate educator to contribute to a holistic program for students with diverse learning needs. The successful applicant will work in a collaborative team, lead Education Assistants, and engage with parents and the broader school community to deliver tailored learning opportunities.

The role emphasizes strong communication, adaptability, and ongoing professional development to support student independence and functional literacy and numeracy

Qualifications

• Hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration as required by WA Department of Education.
• Eligibility to work in Australia with valid visa/work rights for term of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide students with a holistic education that develops communication, independence, and functional literacy and numeracy.
• Give direction to Education Assistants and build positive relationships within the school community.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and the wider Kalgoorlie-Boulder community to support learning outcomes.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and liaison with staff to improve teaching practices.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Professional learning

Education

Eligible teacher qualification and registration

Job description

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 At O'Connor Education Support Centre (ESC) we endeavour to provide the tools to empower our students today so they may live happier, more productive lives tomorrow. At O'Connor ESC staff are trained to provide the best educational outcomes for all special needs students with neuro-affirming best practices. We believe that all of our students can learn and it is our duties to unlock each child’s ability to reach their potential. We believe in a holistic approach to students learning and understand that the child and their needs should be at the forefront of their educational journey so they are set up for the best possible future to achieve employment and independence in the community once they leave school. Find out more about our school by visiting www.oconnoresc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .

The Role

The successful applicant will ideally be a passionate and dedicated educator, an innovative practitioner, and a highly motivated individual who is keen to work in a collaborative team environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment will be well regarded, as well as a willingness to engage in professional learning and liaise with colleagues, parents, and the wider Kalgoorlie-Boulder community. This includes the ability to give direction to Education Assistants and build positive, trusting relationships within the whole school community. The successful applicant should provide students with a holistic education that develops their communication skills, independence and functional literacy and numeracy skills through relevant and tailored learning opportunities that suit students with diverse learning needs.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions.

• Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 a year
• District Allowance of $2 354 a year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• Travel Concessions
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits . For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at [e-mail] or on [phone].

Mobility appointments for permanent metropolitan and south west teachers

Eligible permanent teachers who hold a substantive teaching position in a North or South Education Region school, or a South West Education Region school* may elect to undertake this role as a 3-year mobility appointment, with a right of return to their substantive position. At the cessation of the 3-year mobility appointment, teachers can elect to return to their substantive role, or transfer permanently into this school. Find out if you are eligible on IKON . *Note that south west teachers are not eligible to move to another south west school under this trial. Want to know more? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Darius Krispler, Principal, on [phone] or emailing [e-mail] .

Agency Referrals:

Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at [e-mail] during the advertising period.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration .
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website .

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH1070528 Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 23 November 2026